McKenzie Health System Data Breach

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McKenzie Health System Data Breach

Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C. is currently investigating a data breach involving McKenzie Health System, also known as McKenzie Memorial Hospital, following the organization’s disclosure of a cybersecurity incident that may have compromised sensitive personal information of patients and staff.

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What Happened In This Data Breach?

On or around April 15, 2025, McKenzie Health System identified suspicious activity within its network. A formal investigation later confirmed that an unauthorized party gained access to systems between April 14 and April 15, 2025, potentially compromising files containing personally identifiable information (PII).

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Following a detailed review, McKenzie determined that certain data may have been accessed and began notifying affected individuals. The investigation concluded on June 19, 2025, and data breach notification letters were mailed beginning July 24, 2025.

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What Information Was Involved?

While the specific information varies by individual, the exposed data may include:

• Full names
• Social Security numbers
• Financial account details

This information can be used for identity theft, financial fraud, and other malicious activities.

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About McKenzie Health System

McKenzie Health System is a rural healthcare provider based in Sandusky, Michigan, serving patients across the region since 1967. The organization offers a wide range of medical services, including audiology, internal medicine, cardiology, gastroenterology, pediatrics, rehabilitation, and behavioral health programs.

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McKenzie employs more than 200 individuals and plays a vital role in Michigan’s rural healthcare network.

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McKenzie’s Response To This Data Breach

McKenzie has provided affected individuals with information regarding the types of data exposed and is offering complimentary credit monitoring services. If you received a notice from McKenzie Health System, we recommend taking immediate steps to secure your personal information, including:

• Enrolling in the free credit monitoring offered
• Monitoring your credit reports and financial accounts
• Changing passwords and security questions on sensitive accounts
• Placing a fraud alert or credit freeze with the major credit bureaus

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How We Can Help

If you received a data breach notification from McKenzie Health System, your rights may have been violated. At Pittman, Dutton, Hellums, Bradley & Mann, P.C., we represent individuals impacted by data breaches nationwide. You may be entitled to:

• Reimbursement for identity protection services
• Compensation for time spent resolving the breach
• Damages for loss of privacy and emotional distress
• Legal action to hold McKenzie accountable for failing to protect your data

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We offer free, confidential case evaluations, and you pay nothing unless we recover compensation on your behalf.

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Contact Us Our Data Breach Lawyers

Call us at (205) 322-8880 or fill out our secure online case review form to find out whether you may qualify for legal action. Your personal data should never be left unprotected.

If McKenzie Health System failed to keep your information secure, we’re here to help you take action.

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Links

[1] https://www.maine.gov/agviewer/content/ag/985235c7-cb95-4be2-8792-a1252b4f8318/678493dd-941b-4f62-9b2a-9c9789de2ecc.html

[2] https://www.mckenziehealth.org/notice-of-data-security-incident/